4 Houseplant Mistakes You Need to Avoid in 2023 (for healthy plants)

by Maria Konou Jan 11, 2023 @ 09:50

Houseplants are a great decoration for your home. They bring a little piece of nature in your environment. Not only that, but plants are also notorious for bringing a sense of calm and charm to your space. However, sometimes we forget that houseplants are living creatures and need to be cared for in a certain way. Instead of thinking about what will help a houseplant thrive, people think about where it could look good in their home. This in turn can kill your favorite plants. But, don’t fret! In this article, we will show you the most common houseplant mistakes you need to avoid in 2023 for healthier plants!

Let’s see which houseplant mistakes you need to avoid in 2023 for healthier plants

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Houseplant Mistakes You Need to Avoid in 2023
#Improper light
#Placing plants in a windy place
#Frequent change of location
#Repotting too often or in the wrong pot
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Houseplant Mistakes You Need to Avoid in 2023

#Improper light

When you buy a new plant, it requires a certain type of light to thrive. But what does bright indirect light actually mean? Some plants do well in bright and dim light. But a plant that can survive in dim light won’t necessarily thrive in it. When a plant doesn’t get enough light, it is more susceptible to pests and disease. In any case, it is better to give a houseplant more light than less. So, walk around your house or apartment and find the best sunny spots for your plants. Just make sure not to burn them alive!

Walk around your house or apartment and find the best sunny spots for your plants

#Placing plants in a windy place

If you place your houseplants in a cold or overly warm place, you can cause the leaves of your plants to drop. In general, the thinner the foliage, the more problematic this can be for a plant. So, keep your plants away from cold drafts, ventilation systems, AC drafts, and drafty windows. Also, research your plants and see what temperatures and conditions they would thrive in! Don’t just randomly place plants around your house.

Keep your plants away from cold drafts, ventilation systems, AC drafts, and drafty windows

#Frequent change of location

In nature, plants take root in one place and usually spend their entire lives there. So they are not used to changing their location. Before you decide to change location, think about the conditions of the other place you want to put it and how similar they are. The more you move your plants, the more unhappy they will be, so be careful!

The more you move your plants, the more unhappy they will be

#Repotting too often or in the wrong pot

When it comes to repotting, it is really important to know that you are doing it at the right time and only when your plant is ready. Repotting is extremely stressful for plants, so you need to be sure your plant needs it. One way to tell if plants are ready to be repotted is if their roots are growing out of the drainage holes at the bottom of the pot. This is an obvious tell that your plant needs a bigger home. So, try to be mindful, and repot your plants only if they really need it! Also, make sure to do some research on the pot you are planning to use. Some pots look amazing, but they are not optimal for healthy growth and a happy plant.

Try to be mindful, and repot your plants only if they really need it

One way to tell if plants are ready to be repotted is if their roots are growing out of the drainage holes

Some pots look amazing, but they are not optimal for healthy growth and a happy plant

These were all the houseplant mistakes you absolutely need to avoid in 2023. Let’s make 2023 a year of happy and healthy plants. And, the first step is to stop doing these common plant mistakes! So, the next time you are moving a plant around or thinking about repotting, assess and think twice!

Now you know the most common houseplant mistakes you absolutely need to avoid in 2023!

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Maria Konou

Maria Konou is a specialist in the field of digital marketing and fashion. However, she has always had a way with words. That’s what led her to her dream job here at Archzine. She has worked in many different fields over the years, but according to her, being an author has been the most rewarding. Maria is a huge plant enthusiast, loves everything fashion-related, is very sustainably aware, and is always open to learning about new things.